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Emil Fackenheim

Emil Fackenheim was a Jewish philosopher who emphasized the importance of remembering the Holocaust while continuing to live ethically and faithfully. He argued that surviving such immense suffering imposes a moral obligation on Jews to preserve Jewish identity and heritage, symbolized by the commandment "Never again." Fackenheim believed that surviving Jews carry the responsibility to challenge hatred and anti-Semitism, ensuring that the atrocities of the Holocaust are never forgotten or repeated. His thought encourages resilience, moral action, and dedication to safeguarding human dignity in the face of profound evil.